If you enjoy browsing around the shops on your holidays then the towns within the Versilia region of Tuscany have everything you could possibly desire! Visitors wishing to stay in the Versilia area for a few days have a plentiful choice of tuscany villa rentals in Forte dei Marmi town to enjoy a pleasant stay, for example
Many artisan shops are scattered across the Versilia area, selling jewellery, marble sculptures, cosmetics, beautiful pottery, ornaments and much more. Enjoy strolling around the winding streets of Pietrasanta and looking at all the beautiful products on display in shop fronts. If you're a huge fan of retail therapy then why not read our article on the best shopping malls in Tuscany to help you plan your fun shopping experience here!
While you’re there, a climb up to the ruins of what was once the majestic Rocca di Sala will provide you with spectacular views of the Apuan Mountains and the winding Tuscan coast.
Many artisan shops are scattered across the Versilia area, selling jewellery, marble sculptures, cosmetics, beautiful pottery, ornaments and much more. Enjoy strolling around the winding streets of Pietrasanta and looking at all the beautiful products on display in shop fronts. If you're a huge fan of retail therapy then why not read our article on the best shopping malls in Tuscany to help you plan your fun shopping experience here!
While you’re there, a climb up to the ruins of what was once the majestic Rocca di Sala will provide you with spectacular views of the Apuan Mountains and the winding Tuscan coast.
The town of Forte dei Marmi is a popular seaside resort among tourists and for those who have shopaholic tendencies; the town centre is brimming with exquisite designer shops and boutiques! This paradise resort has many sandy beaches, seafront restaurants serving delicious food and lots of exciting activities to immerse yourself in!
Book an exciting mountain trek into the mountains, go scuba diving, surfing or sailing or even just sit back on the massive ancient jetty built here and watch the sunlight dance upon the rippling sea. The jetty, which extends over three hundred metres out to sea, was built specifically for the transportation of marble from the quarries above in the mountains.
Book an exciting mountain trek into the mountains, go scuba diving, surfing or sailing or even just sit back on the massive ancient jetty built here and watch the sunlight dance upon the rippling sea. The jetty, which extends over three hundred metres out to sea, was built specifically for the transportation of marble from the quarries above in the mountains.
The nearby fort that was built at the end of the 18th century was used to store and guard the marble before it was shipped all over the world, hence the name of the town, Forte dei Marmi, meaning ‘Fort of the Marbles’. It’s now home to the museum of Caricatures and Satire which is sure to provide plenty of entertainment as you walk around it!
As well as providing a lavish shopping experience, Forte dei Marmi also has a superb nightlife scene. Choose from an extensive range of bars and nightclubs along the coastline here that provide thrilling entertainment and live music.
Festivals are a regular occurrence here and visitors usually will experience a celebration of history, culture or music if they wish to spend a few days in this exciting part of Tuscany! Check out the popular opera festival that's hosted in the nearby town of Torre del Lago.
Read through some of our other interesting articles on the Versilia area to discover all that it has to offer you if you wish to vacation here!
As well as providing a lavish shopping experience, Forte dei Marmi also has a superb nightlife scene. Choose from an extensive range of bars and nightclubs along the coastline here that provide thrilling entertainment and live music.
Festivals are a regular occurrence here and visitors usually will experience a celebration of history, culture or music if they wish to spend a few days in this exciting part of Tuscany! Check out the popular opera festival that's hosted in the nearby town of Torre del Lago.
Read through some of our other interesting articles on the Versilia area to discover all that it has to offer you if you wish to vacation here!
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